Dairy-Free Cake Rusk

Transform your tea-time experience with this irresistibly crunchy Dairy-Free Cake Rusk, a lighter twist on the classic biscotti-like treat! Infused with the warm aroma of ground cardamom and sweetened with just the right amount of sugar, this recipe delivers all the satisfying crispness you crave without a trace of dairy. Moist almond milk and neutral oil ensure a tender initial bake, while double-baking transforms each slice into golden, crispy perfection. Perfectly paired with a hot cup of tea or coffee, these rusks are simple to make yet packed with flavor, making them an ideal snack for guests or an afternoon indulgence. Plus, they’re dairy-free, making them a great choice for those with dietary restrictions!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 20

Ingredients

• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cardamom
• 150 grams Sugar
• 80 milliliters Neutral flavored oil (e.g., canola or vegetable oil)
• 3 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 60 milliliters Almond milk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cardamom. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar and oil until well combined.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time to the sugar-oil mixture, whisking well after each addition to ensure a smooth and homogenous mixture.

Step 5

Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with almond milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Once completely cooled, slice the cake into 1/2 inch thick slices.

Step 11

Arrange the slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 12

Reduce the oven temperature to 150°C (300°F).

Step 13

Bake the slices for an additional 15-20 minutes on each side, or until the rusks are golden brown and crisp.

Step 14

Allow the cake rusks to cool completely on a wire rack before storing them in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(707.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2462.0

Total Fat 98.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 558mg	0%
Sodium 2107.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 350.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.2g	0%
Total Sugars 155.7g
Protein 45.1g	0%

Vitamin D 142.8IU	0%
Calcium 223.7mg	0%
Iron 14.6mg	0%
Potassium 518.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.8%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 56.9%